TurboChef, CookTek Make New Hire Abroad

TurboChef Technologies and CookTek have appointed Juan David Higuera as business development manager and corporate chef to support the brands’ growth initiatives across LATAM, Mexico and the Caribbean.

Higuera will work to drive strategic growth within chain accounts, the general market and distributor channels throughout the region. Working closely with in-country distributors and Middleby’s worldwide offices, Higuera will focus on expanding market presence, strengthening customer relationships and identifying new opportunities for TurboChef and CookTek solutions.

“We are thrilled to welcome Juan David to the TurboChef and CookTek team,” says Leslie Bañados, the brands’ SVP of global sales and marketing. “His industry expertise, technical knowledge, and passion for helping customers succeed make him an outstanding addition to our international sales organization. We are excited about the opportunities he will create for our distributors, customers, and brands across Latin America, Mexico and the Caribbean.”